2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 975 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Matrix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
